Payroll Analyst

Location: Northern

# Payroll Analyst Finance in 175 College St, Battle Creek, MI , United States Full Time
* Process, audit, and finalize biweekly payroll for 350+ employees (union and non-union), ensuring accurate wages, deductions, benefits, and taxes.
* Serve as the Finance liaison to Human Resources for payroll system activity, resolving payroll issues, benefit-related changes, and system questions in an effort to ensure a seamless and positive payroll experience for the employees.
* Maintain complete and accurate payroll records, including earnings, deductions, direct deposits, tax withholding elections, attendance, and benefit deductions.
* Review payroll data for completeness and resolve discrepancies before processing.
* Coordinate payroll actions related to new hires, promotions, transfers, leaves of absence, and terminations with Human Resources
* Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and support payroll tax reporting requirements.
* Identify and implement opportunities to streamline payroll processes, improve efficiency, and enhance employee experience using tools such as Paycor (preferred).
* Maintain payroll procedures and documentation, ensuring processes remain current and effective
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws, payroll tax requirements, and wage/hour regulations.
* Ensure payroll processing adheres to organizational policies, internal controls, union contracts, and applicable federal and state regulations.
* Support preparation and reconciliation of payroll tax filings and year-end payroll reporting.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll questions and concerns.
* Analyze financial and payroll data, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
* Communicate payroll-related information clearly, professionally, and with a customer-focused approach.
* Prepare, review, and post general ledger journal entries related to payroll and other accounting activities.
* Finance Team Responsibilities:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Admin, preferred but not required.
* 1+ years' experience processing payroll for 50+ employees; union and Paycor experience a plus.
* 3+ years of general accounting/finance experience preferred.
* Strong knowledge of payroll accounting, payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and payroll best practices.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
* Experience using HRIS/payroll systems such as Paycor or similar platforms.
* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and customer service skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
* Self-directed, resourceful, and committed to continuous improvement.
* Must not be excluded from participation in Medicaid, Medicare, or other federal or Michigan healthcare programs.
* Premium health and vision within 30 days of hire
* Company sponsored Health Reimbursement Account
* Company paid short and long-term disability
* Employee assistance program
* 401(K) match up to 50% after one year of service
* Social security alternative contributions
* Free YMCA membership
* Generous paid time off
* 14 paid holidays
* Continuing education reimbursement
* Licensure study materials and exam reimbursement

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